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Are You Going Through a Divorce with a Special Needs Child?
Serving Individuals and Families With Special Needs in Nassau County, NY, Suffolk County, NY, and Queens County, NY
The rate of divorce among parents of children with disabilities is extraordinarily high. Matters relating to child support, custody, and special education decision-making arise during a divorce proceeding which can affect children with special needs. In particular, issues related to child support and eligibility for government benefits are often unaddressed. Our office will work with parents and their divorce attorneys to discuss child support, government benefits, and other related factors. Attorney Sandy has unique and extensive experience providing legal guidance and representation for families with special needs in Nassau County, NY, Suffolk County, NY, and Queens County, NY.
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qualify for these benefits, individuals must fall below a certain income level. Child support payments from a parent may be counted toward their income and disqualify them from receiving the benefits they rely on. However, it is possible to have child support payments ordered by a judge into a Supplemental Needs Trust, which prevents the money from being counted as income and disqualifying the disabled individual from SSI.
Attorney Sandy has assisted many clients with setting up a Supplemental Needs Trust in the past. As such, she is prepared to guide you through the process. When working with her, she will explain your options, assist in drafting trust documents, guide you through child support proceedings, and more. Her ultimate goal is to help make sure that you can receive the payments you need to take care of your child without risking your SSI.
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Facing divorce can be a difficult prospect for any individual, but this is especially true if you have a special needs child, or if you yourself are disabled. There are a number of potential pitfalls that could result in serious concerns in the future, and as such it’s important to contact an attorney for assistance. Attorney Sandy is a compassionate, knowledgeable lawyer who commits herself to the wellbeing of her clients. She always has your best interests at heart, and will work diligently in order to assist with your situation. She aims to provide you with reliable legal assistance so that you can feel confident moving forward.
Want to learn more about our services and assess your personal situation with an experienced attorney? We offer free consultations; call (516) 822-3397 or fill out our online contact form now. Also, we proudly provide our assistance in Nassau County, NY, Suffolk County, NY, and Queens County, NY.
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The information contained on this website is presented for informational and marketing purposes only and is not to be understood as legal advice. You should consult an attorney for advice respecting your individual needs. Saundra M.Gumerove & Associates looks forward to speaking with you about your particular needs. Please note, however, that the mere act of contacting our firm does not create an attorney-client relationship. As a result, you should never send any confidential information to our office until a Representation Agreement has been signed by both you and Saundra M.Gumerove & Associates.
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